Description
Chicken Alfredo Crazy Puffs are golden, flaky puff pastry pockets filled with a creamy, cheesy blend of tender shredded chicken, rich Alfredo sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. These bite-sized, crispy puffs offer a perfect combination of indulgent flavor and crunchy texture, ideal as an appetizer, snack, or light main dish. Quick to prepare and adaptable with various ingredient swaps, they bring a playful twist on a classic favorite that will impress guests and satisfy family alike.
Ingredients
																
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			Puff Pastry
- Puff pastry sheets, thawed
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine shredded cooked chicken with Alfredo sauce, mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until all ingredients are evenly mixed, creating a rich and creamy filling.
- Preheat and Cut Puff Pastry: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Thaw the puff pastry sheets if frozen, then cut them into equally sized squares, about 3 inches each, to create perfect puff pockets.
- Assemble the Crazy Puffs: Place a generous spoonful of the chicken Alfredo filling onto the center of each puff pastry square. Fold the pastry over to create a triangle or rectangle, then seal the edges by pressing with a fork to prevent leaks during baking.
- Apply Egg Wash: Lightly beat one egg to create the egg wash. Brush this gently over each puff to give them that beautiful golden-brown sheen when baked.
- Bake to Perfection: Place the assembled puffs on a lined baking sheet, leaving space between each. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until the puff pastry is crisp and golden and the filling is bubbling deliciously inside.
Notes
- Don’t overfill: Adding too much filling can cause the puffs to burst open in the oven.
- Keep puff pastry cold: Work quickly and keep the dough chilled to ensure maximum flakiness.
- Use homemade Alfredo sauce: For the richest flavor, making your own Alfredo sauce is worth the extra effort.
- Seal edges well: Press edges firmly with a fork to prevent any filling from leaking out during baking.
- Let cool slightly: Allow the puffs to rest for a few minutes after baking; this helps the filling set and prevents burns.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo, Puff Pastry Appetizer, Cheesy Puffs, Party Snack, Easy Chicken Recipe
